Debbie at Silvery Star Vinery is dedicated to providing the best rooted plants. I think she ships priority mail. The roots will need to be soaked for a few hours before planting. Since they are barerooted, the roots should be planted when you receive the shipment. I have never heard any complaints from anyone who has ordered from SSV.

You may or may not get blooms this year, but losing blooms this year means an even better plant next year.

Just a very minor note of clarification, the roots are not barerooted. But the pot and excess dirt are removed. The root ball is then wrapped in newspaper. I would not hesitate to order from Silver Star.

Kathy

I got two this spring and they are now 2.5 feet tall with lots of healthy leaves. Be sure and follow all her directions about planting.This was my first order and I was very pleased.roseberri

Thanks for correcting my error, Kathy. My mind must have been on something else.

I highly recommend SSV. Debbie is fabulous as are her clematis. You won't be disappointed.